IndustryThe Decoder·August 9, 2026
Google dismantles Deepmind and bets on a fresh start as Hassabis heads for the exit

Google just dismantled DeepMind as Demis Hassabis steps down. This shift signals a new direction for Google's AI strategy, potentially impacting future developments and projects in the AI space.
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